At the End of 2017, the Consolidation Entry to Eliminate

question 86

Multiple Choice

At the end of 2017, the consolidation entry to eliminate Cale's accrual of Kaltop's earnings would include a credit to Investment in Kaltop Co.for

• A) $124,400.
• B) $126,000.
• C) $127,000.
• D) $ 76,400.
• E) $ 0.

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Definitions:

Change In Estimate

An adjustment made to the accounting records to reflect new information or subsequent changes in judgments regarding financial statement estimates.

Depreciation Expense

The systematic allocation of the depreciable amount of an asset over its useful life, reflecting the asset's consumption, wear and tear, or obsolescence.

Correction

A process of adjusting or rectifying errors in financial statements or any documents.

Intangible Assets

Assets that lack physical substance and represent legal rights or competitive advantages (e.g., trademarks, patents).